Crock Pot Beef Stew

Family mealtimes are important times. In fact, families who eat together regularly share healthier and better balanced meals, have children who engage in less risky behaviors and have parents who are more actively involved in the lives of their children. But for today’s busy moms, preparing a meal (and getting everyone to the table at the same time) can take more time and energy than they have available. As a matter of fact, some days, it can be downright impossible. Enter my series of Quick Family Meals.

If you’re looking for easy-to-make one-dish meals, I’ve put together the Quick Family Meals series just for you!

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So, I have to be honest and say that while yes, the house did smell AMAZING, I was slightly disappointed by the taste. It tastes just like the pot roast I typically make which wouldn’t be so bad but it was much less the work and ingredients! The pot roast I make contains 1 beef chuck shoulder roast, 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, 1 envelope of dry onion soup mix, 4 cups of baby carrots and 4 medium potatoes. Combine the mushroom soup and dry onion mix, then pour over roast. Cool for 4 hours then add potatoes and carrots. Cook another 2 hours.

[…] 3. Crockpot Stew. I had this one ready for the crock pot and ended up cooking it in the oven because the family wanted it sooner than later. We’re not a patient lot around here. BUT, this would be awesome to come home to after a long day at the office or in the field. http://northtexaskids.com/ntkblog/index.php/quick-family-meals-crock-pot-beef-stew/ […]